Japanese Patent Intelligence

Industry: Civil & Architecture

73 patents
公益財団法人鉄道総合技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Track Bed Lateral Resistance Testing Device and Method

This technology offers a novel device and method to precisely measure railway track bed lateral resistance, accurately replicating 'floating sleeper' condi…

AI & Software Civil & Architecture

Boost Rail Maintenance 25%, Cut Costs by ~$1M Annually

~$1M/year estimated maintenance cost reduction per facility (est.)

有限会社吉川建設 ★ S Rank

Gasket for Formwork and Formwork Assembly Method Using the Same

This technology uses a specialized formwork gasket to prevent over-tightening of fasteners, eliminating surface waves in poured concrete. It ensures a unif…

Manufacturing Civil & Architecture

Zero Concrete Surface Defects, 100% Repair Cost Elimination

~$150K/year estimated repair cost reduction per facility (est.)

公益財団法人鉄道総合技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Reinforcement Method for Concrete Structures and Reinforced Structures

This innovative method reinforces aging concrete structures by externally installing steel sheet piles and anchoring them from the outside, then filling ga…

Advanced Materials Civil & Architecture

Reinforce Concrete: Reduce Structural Width by ~66% for Urban Sites

~$350K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)

公益財団法人鉄道総合技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Bridge Girder Displacement Control Structure

This technology provides a novel displacement control structure for bridge girders during earthquakes, preventing excessive movement and catastrophic failu…

Healthcare & Safety Civil & Architecture

Bridge Seismic Resilience: Cut Damage Costs by ~30%, Protect Infrastructure

~$200K/year estimated cost reduction in earthquake damage repair per facility (est.)

津島 武志 ★ S Rank

Utility Pole Erection Method and Reinforcement Member

This technology introduces an elastic, tapered buffer at the base of utility poles to absorb and disperse impact loads from extreme weather and seismic act…

Healthcare & Safety Advanced Materials Civil & Architecture

Reduce pole collapse by ~30%, double root reinforcement for critical infrastructure.

~$335K/year estimated repair cost savings per region (est.)

公益財団法人鉄道総合技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Method for Constructing Infilled Ballast Track and the Infilled Ballast Track

This technology offers a novel method for constructing infilled ballast tracks by partially reusing existing ballast, stabilizing the sub-layer, and inject…

Advanced Materials Civil & Architecture

1.5x Track Durability, ~20% Cost Reduction with Ballast Reuse

~$1.0M/year estimated maintenance cost reduction per facility (est.)

株式会社ユピテル ★ S Rank

In-Vehicle Device, Unlocking System, and Method for Controlling an In-Vehicle Device

This technology enables secure, direct in-car delivery by remotely unlocking vehicles via a linked delivery system. It drastically reduces redelivery rates…

Manufacturing Transportation Civil & Architecture

1.5x Logistics Efficiency: In-Car Delivery Cuts Redeliveries by 80%

~$1.5M/year estimated delivery cost reduction per enterprise (est.)

株式会社ユピテル ★ S Rank

Device and Program for Vehicle Door Lock Control

This technology provides a retrofit smart auto-lock system for vehicles lacking advanced door-locking features. It automatically delays locking until all d…

Civil & Architecture AI & Software Manufacturing

Upgrade Existing Cars: 1.5x Convenience, Enhanced Security with Auto-Lock

~$3.5M/year estimated new revenue per facility (est.)

公益財団法人鉄道総合技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Bridge Deflection Measurement Method, Apparatus, and Program

This technology measures bridge deflection from moving vehicles, like trains, using front and rear displacement sensors. It significantly reduces inspectio…

Inspection & Detection Civil & Architecture AI & Software

Mobile Bridge Inspection: Cut Time by 66%, Boost Safety

~$200K/year estimated inspection cost reduction per facility (est.)

名古屋HKプランニング株式会社 ★ S Rank

Foot-Operated Internal Locking Mechanism

This innovative technology introduces a foot-operated internal locking mechanism for movable doors, replacing traditional manual knobs. By eliminating dire…

Civil & Architecture Healthcare & Safety

Foot-Operated Door Locks: 50% Less Infection Risk, ~$100K Annual Savings

~$100K/year estimated hygiene management cost reduction per facility (est.)

有限会社渡辺製作所 ★ S Rank

Post Protection Member

This technology provides a modular, post-installable concrete protection system for metal posts embedded in the ground. It prevents corrosion at the critic…

Civil & Architecture

Cut Pole Installation Time by ~66%, Extend Lifespan by ~60%

~$200K/year estimated maintenance cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Water Volume Prediction System, Water Volume Prediction Method, and Program

This technology provides an advanced system for predicting water volumes in open channels and flooded areas, displaying data intuitively on digital maps. I…

Life Sciences Civil & Architecture AI & Software

Automated Water Prediction: Cut Input by 90%, Boost Flood Resilience

~$150K/year estimated operational cost savings per facility (AI est.)

株式会社stepdays ★ S Rank

Program, Information Processing Apparatus, and Method

This technology uses AI to analyze meteorological satellite infrared images, automatically detecting "earthquake clouds" to predict seismic events. Unlike …

Healthcare & Safety Electronics Environment

AI-Powered Earthquake Prediction: >90% Accuracy, 82% within 0.7 Magnitude

~$1.5M/year estimated disaster response cost reduction per facility (est.)

要 賢一 ★ S Rank

Seismic Isolation Device for Tables and Hangers

This technology offers a simple, low-cost seismic isolation device using a unique rope and guide system to maintain stability during various vibrations, in…

Civil & Architecture Healthcare & Safety Manufacturing

Low-Cost Seismic Isolation: Cuts Shake Damage by 90%, Integrates Easily

~$150K/year estimated equipment maintenance cost reduction per facility (est.)

株式会社エルボーション ★ S Rank

Door System with Integrated Latch Mechanism

This patent introduces an innovative door system with an integrated latch mechanism, allowing for hands-free operation via various input methods. It enhanc…

Civil & Architecture Manufacturing

Hands-Free Door: ~10% Production Cost Reduction, Universal Access

~$1.0M/year estimated manufacturing and installation cost reduction per facility (est.)

日産自動車株式会社 ★ S Rank

Mobile Step Platform with Handle-Activated Wheel Deployment

This ergonomic mobile step platform features a handle-activated link mechanism that deploys wheels, enabling effortless, one-handed repositioning. It signi…

Healthcare & Safety Civil & Architecture

Cut manual effort by 80%, boost operational efficiency by 30%.

~$100K/year estimated operational cost savings per facility (est.)

名古屋HKプランニング株式会社 ★ S Rank

Operating Body and Protrusion for Foot-Operated Interior Lock

This technology introduces a highly durable, foot-operated interior lock designed to prevent damage from excessive force through innovative structural rein…

Healthcare & Safety Civil & Architecture

Foot-Operated Locks: Cut Damage by 66%, Boost Hygiene

~$1,500/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.).

滝井 廣次 ★ S Rank

Support Member and Shelf

This technology provides an innovative support member for C-beams, enabling tool-free attachment of shelves and fixtures. It eliminates the need for weldin…

Civil & Architecture Consumer & Lifestyle

3x Productivity Boost for C-Beam Fixtures, ~80% Installation Cost Cut

~$150K/year estimated installation cost reduction per facility (est.)

学校法人 関西大学 ★ S Rank

Detection Device for Construction Machinery

This technology captures precise operational data from construction equipment by linking lever movements, timestamps, and operating modes. It quantifies sk…

Manufacturing Civil & Architecture

Construction Data: 1.5x Efficiency, ~15% Accident Reduction

~$200K/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Vertical Drainage Channel Construction Machine and Method Using the Same

This technology provides an innovative machine and method for efficiently constructing vertical drainage channels while simultaneously measuring soil prope…

Civil & Architecture Manufacturing

2x Efficiency: Integrated Drainage Construction & Soil Analysis Cuts Time by 50%

~$200K/year estimated cost reduction per facility (est.)

宮崎 大輔 ★ S Rank

Corner Structure and Decorative Shelf System Using Assembled Panels

This technology offers a simple, triangular panel-based corner structure that provides both seismic reinforcement and functional shelving. Designed for eas…

Civil & Architecture Environment

Corner Seismic Reinforcement: ~30% Cost Cut, ~20% Faster Install

~$200K/year estimated cost savings for an adopter completing 100 projects annually (est.)

要 賢一 ★ S Rank

One-Touch Mountable Seismic Isolation Coil

This technology is a one-touch seismic isolation coil for existing suspended lighting, requiring no tools. It absorbs seismic energy, preventing large swin…

Civil & Architecture Consumer & Lifestyle Healthcare & Safety

One-Touch Seismic Coil: 99% Fall Prevention, 90% Faster Install

~$40K/year estimated damage avoidance per facility, with potential for additional insurance premium …

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Method for Constructing Vertical Drainage Channels

This technology optimizes vertical drainage channel placement by analyzing soil hardness and moisture data. It precisely targets areas for efficient manage…

Civil & Architecture

Data-Driven Drainage Doubles Efficiency, Cuts Flood Damage by ~50%

~$150K/year estimated flood damage and recovery cost reduction per 100 hectares (AI est.)

高橋 睦 ★ S Rank

Method for Reducing Carbon Dioxide Emissions Using Building Exhaust

This technology captures high-concentration CO2 from building exhaust and feeds it directly to rooftop greenhouses. This maximizes plant photosynthesis, bo…

Consumer & Lifestyle Life Sciences Environment

Building CO2 to Crops: 20% Higher Yields, Zero CO2 Emission Costs

~$100K/year estimated cost savings and revenue increase per facility (est.)